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Rebels honor coaches who built mat program
BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer On the night of Dec. 22, 2009, the Howell High School wrestling team defeated Allentown High School, 55-13, in a dual meet. Some of the coaches who have been at the helm of the Howell High School wrestling team during the past five decades returned to the school on Jan.…
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Sport Shorts
Several local champions from the 2010 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship that was held at St. Veronica’s School, Howell, have earned the right to advance to the district competition. Named as champs were Madison Gibson, Howell, and Anthony Bove, Freehold (10-year-old age group); Maureen Coakley and Zachary Barnes, both of Howell (11-year-old age group);…
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Jackson youth wrestlers continue strong showing
BY WAYNE WITKOWSKI Staff Writer The Jackson I recreation wrestling team’s storied youth program will look to wrap up a sixth straight unbeaten season in the Jersey Shore Junior Wrestling League and stretch its win streak, currently at 90 league matches, when it closes its regular season on Feb. 6 against Brick Recreation Mat Rats…
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Green Wave topples Jaguars in SCT wrestling final
BY WAYNE WITKOWSKI Staff Writer Doug Hamann returned to the lineup from a bout with mononucleosis, but the Jackson Memorial High School wrestling team could not stop Long Branch from becoming the first Monmouth County school to win three straight Shore Conference Tournament championships as the Jaguars fell to the Green Wave, 29-23, on Jan.…
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Crafters, vendors needed for school fair
Crafters and vendors are sought for the second annual Oak Tree Elementary School Crafter/Vendor Fair set for March 6 at the school, 226 Applegarth Road, Monroe. For more information and to reserve, email [email protected]. Spaces are limited.
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Garage sale to aid earthquake victims
Aldersgate United Methodist Church will host an Indoor Garage Sale 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 5 in the white house next to the church, 568 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. All proceeds will be donated to Haitian earthquake victims. The sale will feature clothing, household items, books, games and toys. Parking will be available in the church…
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Event at Friday’s to aid bowling team
The Sayreville War Memorial High School (SWMHS) Bombers bowling team will host a T.G.I.F. Night fundraiser 5-9 p.m. Feb. 9 at T.G.I. Friday’s, Route 9 north, Old Bridge. Supporters should write at the top of their check that they are there to support the SWMHS bowling team. The restaurant will donate 20 percent of each…
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Nature hike next up at Cheesequake Park
A nature hike is set to begin at 1 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Cheesequake Park Interpretive Center, Gordon Road, Old Bridge. The event is open to individuals ages 10 and up. For more information, call 732-566-3208.
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Toastmasters to hold Feb. 11, 25 meetings
The Old Bridge Toastmasters Club will meet 7:15-9 p.m. Feb. 11 and 25 at Cottrell Corners Community Church, 442 Cottrell Road, Old Bridge. The “learn-by-doing” public-speaking club is designed to improve an individual’s speaking, listening and presentation skills in a comfortable atmosphere. Participants proceed at their own pace. New members are always welcome. For more…
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